Admissions Procedures for First-Year Freshman Students
Goldey-Beacom College is looking for a certain type of student - one who is motivated for success in a meaningful career. We look for that first in every applicant.
Every application is reviewed individually to determine strengths and potential for academic and career success. The admission evaluation considers a number of factors including cumulative grade point average, test scores, and class rank, but recent academic improvement, life challenges, and strong motivation are also considered.
Goldey-Beacom College operates on a rolling admission policy, so students may submit their application materials at any time. Rolling admission is nonbinding and allows students to receive their admission and scholarship decisions within two weeks of completing the application process.
Admission Requirements
A complete application to Goldey-Beacom College includes each of the following required documents:
- A completed online application.
- An official final high school transcript, home school completion certificate, or Graduate Equivalency Diploma (GED) and any college transcripts.
- Scholastic Aptitude Test (SAT) or ACT results. *
* Applicants are recommended to submit SAT scores; however, they are not required.
Admission Procedures for Early Admission
A student who has completed the junior year in high school may be considered for full/part-time admission upon a positive recommendation from the high school. This candidate must present evidence of satisfactory academic achievement and meet the admission criteria for the College. An interview is required. (Follow the Admissions Procedure for Freshmen)
Admission Procedures for Transfer Students
Goldey-Beacom College welcomes students who transfer from other accredited colleges and universities. Whether you have attended one school or several, we will review all of your transcripts to help you choose the degree that will allow you to maximize your transfer credit.
Admission Requirements
A complete application to Goldey-Beacom College includes each of the following required documents:
- A completed online application.
- An official high school transcript, home school completion certificate, or Graduate Equivalency Diploma (GED).
- Official transcript(s) from all previously attended colleges and universities.
If you have less than 24 transfer credits, the Scholastic Aptitude Test (SAT) results are also recommended.
Transfer Credit
Transfer credits are granted for courses taken at other regionally accredited institutions and certain forms of credit for prior learning. For specific transfer credit information, refer to the College’s transfer credit policy located here. For questions related to transfer credits, contact the Registrar’s Office.
Admission Procedures for Adult Undergraduate Students
While the desire to earn a college degree may be strong, finding a program that complements your lifestyle rather than complicates it can be an enormous challenge. If you have previously attended a college but did not complete a degree, or have never attended college at all, Goldey-Beacom provides a small campus focused on individualized attention.
We offer accelerated seven-week classes that meet just one night per week. Additionally, we offer classes year round, allowing you to complete your degree at a pace convenient for you. Whether you attend full-time or part-time, day or evening, our Admissions staff and Advising staff will work with you to create a personalized plan of study.
Admission Requirements
- A completed application.
- An official high school transcript, home school completion certificate, or Graduate Equivalency Diploma (GED).
- If applicable, official transcript from all previously attended colleges/universities or military course work.
Military Students
Goldey-Beacom College welcomes men and women in uniform as well as Veterans who wish to pursue academic studies in any of our programs. As a Yellow-Ribbon school, eligible veterans are able to attend with no out-of-pocket costs for tuition.
Admission Requirements
- A completed application.
- An official high school transcript, home school completion certificate, or Graduate Equivalency Diploma (GED).
- If applicable, official transcript from all previously attended colleges/universities or military course work.
Service Member Benefits
New students should apply for military benefits 30 days in advance of when they plan to enroll at Goldey-Beacom College. A Certificate of Eligibility and DD214 are required to certify students with the Veteran Administration prior to the first class at GBC. For questions about military benefits, contact the College’s primary Certifying Official, Deb Harbaugh.
Admission Procedures for International Students
About 10% of the undergraduate students at Goldey-Beacom College are international, coming from over 60 nations. From India to Italy, from Brazil to Bangladesh, students choose this small American college for a quality, affordable education.
Perhaps it’s the College’s east coast suburban location, within two hours of the major northeastern cities of New York, Washington DC, and Philadelphia. Perhaps it’s the international flavor of our education, focusing on the global economy and backed with state-of-the-art technology. Or for many, perhaps it’s the vibrant and active community of international learners.
For many reasons, international students from all corners of the globe choose Goldey-Beacom College. Any questions about GBC or the admissions process can be directed to international@gbc.edu.
Admission Requirements
In order to have your application reviewed for admission, please complete and/or submit the following:
- A completed online application.
- Official copy of secondary school transcripts and/or diploma, with final exam or course grades. We may request a notarized/certified English translation depending on the documents submitted.
- Proof of English proficiency in the form of an official copy of TOEFL, IELTS, or Duolingo English Test scores. TOEFL IBT (Internet Based Test): minimum 60, IELTS band score: minimum 5.5, or Duolingo English Test minimum: 90.
- SAT or ACT scores are required for prospective athletes; it is strongly recommended that all applicants submit these scores for scholarship consideration. The College’s CEEB code is 5255.
Please note that students must be granted admission based on their academic profile and application prior to receiving an I-20. In order to receive a Form I-20, which can then be used at a U.S. Embassy to request an F-1 visa, please submit the following documents:
- Bank Statement and Affidavit of Support, which indicates a source of financial support to cover tuition and fees, books, room and board, health insurance and other living expenses for up to one year.
- Copy of passport page with personal information and photo.
Documents can be uploaded directly to your application or emailed to international@gbc.edu.
High School Completion Validation Policy
Goldey-Beacom College requires every student who is admitted to provide a final, official high school transcript, proof of homeschooling at the secondary level, or GED test scores as defined by state law that designate official graduation date, to the undergraduate admissions office no later than the start of the first semester of enrollment.
If either Goldey-Beacom College or the US Department of Education suspect that a student’s high school diploma is not valid or was not obtained from an entity that provides secondary school education, Goldey-Beacom College will take the following steps to evaluate the validity of the students’s high school completion. To satisfy this requirement, your school may:
- Check with the high school to confirm the validity of the student’s diploma; and
- Confirm with the relevent department or agency in the state in which the secondary school is located that the secondary school is recognized as a provider of secondary school education
Other approaches may also be used if they serve to validate the student’s high school completion. Students who indicate on their FAFSA that they graduated high school must give the name, city, and state of the high school.
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